Liverpool: Everton manager Roberto Martinez will take his side on journey to Anfield in dire need of some Merseyside derby joy against Liverpool today.

Roberto Martinez

Last weekend's 1-1 draw with Southampton meant Everton have won just 17 out of 51 points at Goodison Park this season and a current league position of 11th place seems a poor return on the talent within their squad.

"There are defining weeks for teams all the time in world football," he said.

"I always say football isn't about managers. My job is to allow my players to enjoy their football, enjoy the opportunity ahead of them and be as good as they can be."